Program Overview for Accounting |
ETP eligible  | yes |
School | Western Governors University (WGU) Washington |
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Program description | Finance laws. Government regulations. Tax structure. A global economy. These are just a few of the financial areas that can determine success or failure for any organization. That's why top-notch accounting professionals are always in demand. Accounting is a field where possessing up-to-date knowledge, specialized skills, and professional credentials can make a big difference.This Master of Accounting (MAcc) degree program is also designed to prepare you for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam and meets the 150 semester hours required to sit for the CPA exam in most states. View the requirements for CPA licensure by state. In fact, WGU MAcc graduates perform well on the CPA exam, with a pass rate that significantly exceeds the national average. WGU also offers Wiley CPA Review at no extra charge for our accounting master's graduates. |
Financial Information |
Tuition | $18,120 |
Total program tuition | $18,765 |
Books and materials | $580 |
Other costs | $65 |
Program Information |
Length of training | 2 Years |
Award type | MS |
Credits | 30 |
Locations offered | some courses online |
Offered evenings/weekends | yes |
Offered online | some courses online |
Entrance requirements | Bachelor's Degree in Accounting |
Certification/license required to work in this field | no
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Certification/license obtained as part of training program | no
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Certification/license test preparation provided | yes Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) |